Description
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is the perfect bowl of comfort that combines rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, making it a favorite for busy weeknights and cozy gatherings alike. With sweet potatoes, fresh spinach, garlic, and cheesy tortellini simmered in a creamy broth, this one-pot dish is not only satisfying but also quick to prepare in just 40 minutes. The combination of spicy Italian sausage and hearty vegetables creates a deliciously robust flavor profile that will warm your soul. Ideal for any occasion, this soup invites customization with your favorite veggies or spices, ensuring every bowl is as unique as you are.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spicy Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 oz three-cheese tortellini
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 6 cups water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in sweet potatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, and seasonings.
- Pour in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in fresh spinach during the last minute of cooking.
- Remove from heat and mix in heavy cream. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg